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Y863 PCB

2001 BMW 535

Blue Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

114,020 mi
Last recorded114,020 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2015
Typical for 2001 BMW 53599,105 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY863 PCB
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2015 114,020 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 May 2013 109,753 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 109,607 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

airbag light appears on dashboard.

Pass 31 May 2011 102,819 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 31 May 2011 102,819 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 29 Dec 2009 90,221 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2008 88,613 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

f/ windscreen had stiker

Pass 11 Dec 2007 82,553 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 66,728 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the BMW 535?

Based on 216,162 MOT tests across 18,035 vehicles.

78.7%
Pass Rate
7,094
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
18,035
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,346
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,237
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2,669
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,608
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 2,438
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Y863 PCB is a 2001 BMW 535 in Blue with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2001 BMW 535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 99,105 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 535 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,346 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y863 PCB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 535 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 25 years old, this BMW 535 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y863 PCB registered?

Y863 PCB is a 2001 BMW 535, first registered on 27 March 2001.

Is Y863 PCB safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y863 PCB shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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